Breed Comparison: Azawakh Versus English Toy Spaniel

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Azawakh Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Azawakh and for the English Toy Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Azawakh or the English Toy Spaniel.

Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Azawakh is a large-sized dog while the English Toy Spaniel is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Azawakh belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, the English Toy Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Azawakh to the English Toy Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel

Factor Azawakh English Toy Spaniel
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Weight 33 to 55 pounds 8 to 14 pounds
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $2250 – $2525
Average Price No Data $2350
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Azawakh in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the English Toy Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Azawakh is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Azawakh is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get the Azawakh!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel are most different:

    • Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather. However, English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    The Similarities Between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel

    The Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel are most similar:

    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel are very easy to groom.

    Size Comparison of Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel.

    Azawakhs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Azawakhs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel

    The lifespan of Azawakhs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Azawakhs is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is 11.0 years.

    Azawakhs live longer than English Toy Spaniels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel

    Azawakhs can be left alone only for a short time.

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Azawakhs shed more than English Toy Spaniels?

    Azawakhs shed moderately.

    English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Azawakh or the English Toy Spaniel

    Azawakhs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Azawakh or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs are very easy to groom.

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Azawakh Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Azawakhs Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?

    Azawakhs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Azawakhs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Azawakhs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Azawakh vs. English Toy Spaniel

    Azawakhs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    English Toy Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Azawakhs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Azawakhs can tolerate hot weather.

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Azawakh or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Azawakhs good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?

    Azawakhs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Azawakhs and English Toy Spaniels?

    Azawakhs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Azawakh Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs are fairly easy to train.

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Azawakh Better for Apartment Owners than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs adapt very well to apartment living.

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Azawakh or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Azawakhs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Azawakh versus English Toy Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Azawakh and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you and your family.